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F1 legend Jacques Villeneuve has warned that Lewis Hamilton could risk damaging his legacy at Ferrari if he doesn’t significantly improve his performance. Speaking on The Race podcast, Villeneuve pointed to Hamilton’s disappointing 2025 season so far—scoring only 41 points and no podiums in seven races—as a worrying sign. He currently trails his Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc by 62 points, raising questions about his ability to adapt to the SF-25. “He’s not delivering the Hamilton magic,” Villeneuve stated, stressing that Ferrari’s loyal fanbase, the Tifosi, expect immediate results rather than excuses, especially from a seven-time world champion.
Hamilton’s struggles were evident at the 2025 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, where he qualified a lowly 12th at Imola, further intensifying scrutiny. While some fans on social media platform X are defending Hamilton, citing the challenges of adjusting to a new team and car, others argue that his performance must improve to validate his high-profile move to Ferrari. Despite Ferrari’s public support, the pressure is growing. With expectations sky-high and his reputation on the line, Hamilton must find a way to rediscover his form quickly—or risk seeing his storied career end on a sour note.